Tulsa Attorney Announces Run for District Attorney

Colleen McCarty, a Republican known for justice reform, is running for Tulsa County DA.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 11:31pm

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Colleen McCarty, a Republican attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has announced her candidacy for Tulsa County District Attorney. McCarty is known for her work in justice reform and is running on a platform of criminal justice reform and community engagement.

Why it matters

The Tulsa County District Attorney's office plays a crucial role in the local criminal justice system, making decisions on prosecutions and sentencing. McCarty's campaign promises to bring a new approach focused on reform and community involvement.

The details

McCarty, the founder of the Tulsa Criminal Justice Reform Coalition, is running as a Republican in the race for Tulsa County District Attorney. She has pledged to focus on alternatives to incarceration, mental health treatment, and community-based programs if elected.

  • Colleen McCarty announced her candidacy on January 30, 2026.

The players

Colleen McCarty

A Republican attorney in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and the founder of the Tulsa Criminal Justice Reform Coalition.

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What’s next

The Tulsa County District Attorney election is scheduled for November 2026.

The takeaway

McCarty's campaign promises to bring a reform-minded approach to the Tulsa County District Attorney's office, focusing on alternatives to incarceration and community engagement, which could have a significant impact on the local criminal justice system.